This course is designed to train math teachers in the use of math manipulatives and interactive media that will enhance instruction based on the TN Education standards.
select and utilize manipulatives and/or resources that align with the math standards for my grade level.
create expectations for effective use of virtual math manipulatives in the classroom.
share strategies for classroom implementation.
*Please note that the instructional video resources should be used for teacher preparation, supplementing instruction for students absent from classroom, or to share with parents needing to assist their child.
The Graphing Calculator for Functions, Geometry, Algebra, Calculus, Statistics and 3D Math! Dynamic mathematics for learning and teaching.
Similar to Geometer's Sketchpad but not quite as robust, great alternative when you can't get the computers that have Sketchpad downloaded. This is a free online tool.
Look here for great lesson plans to use or to personalize for your classroom.
Give students everyday practice with interactive online testing type questions while collecting deep insights into what they know or don’t—and how you can help. Choose from the template library or create and share your own assessments within your school. Receive immediate performance data. Because it is cloud based, it works on any device with internet and can be accessed with single sign-on with a Google Apps for Education account.
Settings Adjustment for Java This is a settings adjustment that may need to be performed on teacher and student machines when using manipulatives that require Java. Click below to Download Directions.
The rate that the number of digital resources grow is mind boggling. It is, at the very least, a full-time job combing through the Internet just to find and check them. Since no one has that job, harnessing social network tools where others share their knowledge and opinions is a huge time saver. Below are two examples of search tools.
Still Screenshot - Mac - Hold Shift and Command Keys and press 3; PC - Use Snipping Tool or Window 'S' key; iPad - Press the Home Button and Lock Screen button together
Video Screen Capture - Mac or PC - ScreenCast-O-Matic or Mac - QuickTime > FILE >New ScreenRecording
Let's Collaborate!
Collaboration is an expectation for CMCSS teachers. The spreadsheet above allows participants to collaborate by sharing their favorite manipulative with ideas for classroom implementation. This spreadsheet can be referenced throughout the year.
Let's Get Started
https://student.desmos.com/?prepopulateCode=7nfgv
Clear Targets
I will:
*Please note that the instructional video resources should be used for teacher preparation, supplementing instruction for students absent from classroom, or to share with parents needing to assist their child.
Desmos on This Wiki
Graph functions, plot tables of data, evaluate equations, explore transformations, and much more – for free!
Look here for great lesson plans to use or to personalize for your classroom.
Look here for great lesson plans to use or to personalize for your classroom.
Middle School Resources Aligned to CMCSS Units
http://tinyurl.com/6-8MathResourcesHigh School Resources Aligned to CMCSS Units
Algebra Ihttp://tinyurl.com/Alg1MathResources
Algebra II
http://tinyurl.com/Alg2MathResources
Geometry
http://tinyurl.com/GeomMathResources
Edulastic -
Give students everyday practice with interactive online testing type questions while collecting deep insights into what they know or don’t—and how you can help. Choose from the template library or create and share your own assessments within your school. Receive immediate performance data. Because it is cloud based, it works on any device with internet and can be accessed with single sign-on with a Google Apps for Education account.
Settings Adjustment for Java
This is a settings adjustment that may need to be performed on teacher and student machines when using manipulatives that require Java. Click below to Download Directions.
Additionally, Java will not work in Google Chrome on either Macs or PCs.
Computer Programs
Geometer's Sketchpad
Logger Pro
Elementary Novice and Advanced
Middle and High School Novice and Advanced
iPad Apps
Search for More Apps and Virtual Manipulatives
The rate that the number of digital resources grow is mind boggling. It is, at the very least, a full-time job combing through the Internet just to find and check them. Since no one has that job, harnessing social network tools where others share their knowledge and opinions is a huge time saver. Below are two examples of search tools.Other Ideas to Connect Students, Tools, and Learning
Let's Collaborate!
Collaboration is an expectation for CMCSS teachers. The spreadsheet above allows participants to collaborate by sharing their favorite manipulative with ideas for classroom implementation. This spreadsheet can be referenced throughout the year.
Research
http://www.teachingk-8.com/archives/how_to/how_tofind_online_math_manipulatives.html
http://www.cited.org/index.aspx?page_id=151
Sample of research findings pointing to virtual manipulatives having greater results than physical manipulatives.
Overview of Blended Learning - Khan Academy video tutorials featuring content from the Christensen Institute
Common Sense Media
SOS Strategies - For a great list of classroom strategies shared by Discovery Education, visit http://tinyurl.com/SOS-strategies.